2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 578 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Expedition | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
